Chicago sports radio icon Harry Teinowitz dies at 64 following liver transplant complications
Teinowitz rose to prominence in the 1990s as a co-host of a sports comedy show on WMVP (ESPN 1000). He later became a fan favorite through his work on the hit radio program Mac, Jurko & Harry, which began in 2001. The show earned a loyal following, and Teinowitz became a staple of Chicago's sports scene, known for his creative humor and unwavering energy.
'He just had a million ideas and he always wanted to be funny,' said former co-host Carmen DeFalco. 'He always committed to the bit. If it flopped, he didn't care. He just wanted to try.'
Outside of radio, Teinowitz was also an actor and playwright. He played a small role in the 1983 film Risky Business and later turned personal struggle into art with his 2021 play When Harry Met Rehab, which was inspired by his recovery journey following a DUI arrest. The play was performed in Chicago and later had a run off-Broadway in New York.
Tributes have poured in from across the sports world. ESPN Chicago honored him on social media, and Jarrett Payton, son of NFL legend Walter Payton, shared, 'Harry was the kind of friend everyone hopes to have.'
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Express Tribune
4 days ago
- Express Tribune
Netflix ends $100 million deal with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's reported $100 million production deal with Netflix will not be renewed when it expires in September 2025, according to The Sun and PEOPLE. The decision to part ways is reportedly mutual, with no official public statement expected from either party. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex first signed the multi-year agreement with Netflix in September 2020, committing to create a range of content including documentaries, scripted series, feature films, and children's programming through their production company, Archewell Productions. While their initial docuseries Harry & Meghan became the most-watched documentary debut in Netflix's history, subsequent projects generated more modest viewership. Their recent releases include the lifestyle series With Love, Meghan, and Polo, a documentary executive-produced by Prince Harry. According to Netflix's July 2025 Engagement Report, With Love, Meghan ranked No. 383 with 5.3 million views since its March debut. In contrast, Polo attracted only 500,000 viewers and ranked at No. 3,436. Despite the lower performance, a second season of With Love, Meghan is scheduled to premiere this fall, with Chrissy Teigen confirmed as a guest and Michael Steed returning as director. Insiders told The Sun that Netflix executives were 'mildly infuriated' by Meghan's shift in focus toward her lifestyle brand As Ever, which launched in tandem with her Netflix show. Netflix remains a passive partner in the brand, which features curated products and has seen commercial success. CEO Ted Sarandos confirmed the company's involvement, calling it a 'discovery model' for Netflix's consumer product division. Despite the conclusion of their long-term deal, sources say there is no animosity between the couple and Netflix, and future one-off collaborations remain a possibility. Meanwhile, industry speculation suggests Paramount+ may be interested in working with Harry and Meghan on new projects, depending on the fit. This development reflects a broader shift in Netflix's business strategy, as the company scales back from large-scale celebrity production deals, including a similar adjustment to its previous agreement with Barack and Michelle Obama's Higher Ground production company.
Express Tribune
7 days ago
- Express Tribune
Sia holds hands with Harry Jowsey, then signs up to compete for his heart on new Netflix show
Singer-songwriter Sia has stirred buzz online after being seen holding hands with reality TV personality Harry Jowsey in Los Angeles, just as he announced his new dating show, Let's Marry... Harry. The sighting led to widespread speculation about a potential romance between the two, but recent social media activity suggests the moment may have been more promotional than personal. On Monday morning, Sia took to Instagram to support Jowsey's upcoming Netflix series by posting a casting call inviting women to apply for a chance to win his heart. In a playful twist, she added that she herself would be signing up, fueling further intrigue. Jowsey responded to the post by sharing it on his Instagram Stories with the caption 'love you,' along with a laughing emoji and a red heart—indicating the pair's close, possibly platonic relationship. -Instagram. The public was quick to jump to conclusions after Sia, 49, and Jowsey, 28, were photographed leaving a restaurant in Los Angeles hand-in-hand over the weekend. Given their 21-year age gap and Sia's recent divorce filing from Dan Bernard, the images sparked immediate dating rumors. However, with both stars actively promoting Let's Marry... Harry, the outing appears to have been a strategic move to generate buzz around the show. Jowsey, best known for his appearances on Too Hot to Handle and Love Island USA, will lead the upcoming dating series, expected to premiere in 2026. While the nature of his connection with Sia remains ambiguous, their coordinated public appearance and online interactions suggest a friendship possibly rooted in mutual promotion. As of now, neither party has confirmed any romantic involvement. Their playful posts have, however, successfully drawn attention to Jowsey's latest venture into reality television.
Express Tribune
20-07-2025
- Express Tribune
Rebecca De Mornay reflects on relationship with 'Risky Business' co-star and ex Tom Cruise
Rebecca De Mornay is opening up about her former relationship with Tom Cruise, expressing admiration for the actor and their early days together. In a recent interview with Page Six while promoting her new thriller Saint Clare, the 65-year-old actress spoke warmly about Cruise, whom she dated for nearly three years after meeting on the set of Risky Business in 1982. 'I'm really, really proud of him,' De Mornay said, acknowledging Cruise's extraordinary rise to Hollywood superstardom. The 1983 film, which launched both of their careers, remains a cultural touchstone, and De Mornay credited Cruise's drive and vision even back then. 'He is a brilliant interpreter of the zeitgeist,' she added. 'We started this together and look what he did with it.' De Mornay reflected on their differences, likening Cruise to a 'major chord' and herself to a 'minor chord,' noting that his career path fulfilled what America wanted, while she pursued more unconventional and gritty roles after Risky Business. Her filmography includes Runaway Train, Backdraft, The Hand That Rocks the Cradle, and a role in Marvel's Jessica Jones. Now, De Mornay appears in Saint Clare, a dark thriller starring Bella Thorne as a serial killer with a fixation on Joan of Arc. De Mornay said she was drawn to the project by its unique perspective. 'It's very rare that I read scripts about a female serial killer who's obsessed with Joan of Arc,' she explained. 'I just wanted to be a support to this project.' Despite the film's violent themes, she admitted she didn't initially associate it with real-life figures like Jeffrey Epstein. 'I never even thought of that… it's freaky that that would come into it,' she said.
